Executive Assistant to the Leader — Maternity Cover

New Start; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

up to 31 days annual leave

employee assistance programme

discounts at local businesses

interest free season ticket loans

loans for bikes and cycling equipment

Job summary

Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking a Senior Assistant to the Leader on maternity cover in London. You will provide direct administrative and PA support to the Leader and Councillors, coordinating diaries, meetings, papers and briefings, and assisting the Leader’s Office Manager to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires discretion, strong Microsoft Office and diary skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team across the council and

Qualifications

• Recent senior secretarial or comparable experience.
• Excellent written communication and diary skills.
• Strong organisation and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate diaries, meetings, papers and briefings.
• Manage correspondence and enquiries.
• Liaise with senior Council officers, residents and external organisations.
• Provide direct PA support to the Leader and allocated Councillors.

Skills

Senior secretarial experience

Electronic diary management

Written communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking a Senior Assistant to the Leader on maternity cover in London. You will provide direct administrative and PA support to the Leader and Councillors, coordinating diaries, meetings, papers and briefings, and assisting the Leader’s Office Manager to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires discretion, strong Microsoft Office and diary skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team across the council and